Casey County CES Program Indicators and Success StoriesJul 1, 2024 - Jun 30, 2025
| 1034 - Hay testing | ||
|---|---|---|
| 1034.18) | 16 |
Number of producers who used information to balance livestock nutrition or market forage |
| 1034.11) | 16 |
Number of producers who applied Extension recommendations for improving hay production |
| 1034.1) | 16 |
Number of producers who conducted hay testing |
Success Stories
South Central KY Hay Contest
Author: Kelsey Marcum
Major Program: Hay testing
Describe the Issue or Situation.Being a hay producer can bring a lot of challenges, such as inconsistent quality, low yields, and poor nutrient content. These issues can cause financial strain for producers who rely on hay to feed their livestock, and in some cases, forcing them to purchase more expensive feed and supplements from other sources. It was evident that the need for better management practices, quality improvement, and education surrounding hay production needed to be addressed.Descr
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